Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce

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Is Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce healthy?

Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This BBQ sauce is moderately processed and contains cane sugar as a primary ingredient, which contributes to its high sugar content.

How processed is Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce?

Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomato Paste, Distilled Vinegar, Hot Sauce (Aged Red Cayenne Peppers, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Garlic) count in its favor; Cane Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Jack Stack Barbecue Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Jack Stack Barbecue
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$19.99 · 2 pack · 18 oz · $19.99 / count
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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Fiorella's Jack Stack Barbecue
Category Condiments
Summary

This BBQ sauce is moderately processed and contains cane sugar as a primary ingredient, which contributes to its high sugar content. While it lacks artificial additives and seed oils, the presence of refined sugar and the overall processing level limit its healthfulness. The ingredient list is relatively short and clean, but the high sugar content is a concern for regular consumption.

Key ingredients 5

Tomato Paste
Good

Tomato paste is rich in antioxidants like lycopene, which can support overall health.

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Distilled Vinegar
Good

Distilled vinegar can aid digestion and adds flavor without significant calories.

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Hot Sauce (Aged Red Cayenne Peppers, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Garlic)
Good

Hot sauce contains capsaicin and garlic, which may have metabolism-boosting and immune-supporting properties.

Water
Neutral

Water is a common base in sauces, providing hydration without adding calories or nutrients.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and blood sugar spikes.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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